Spanish Name
Pack-Choi
Scientific Name
Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis
Category
Vegetables
Perennial/Annual
Annual
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Edible parts
LeavesStalks
Recipes
Growth Type
Leafy greenHerbaceousGroundcover
Usage
CulinaryNutritionalSalad GreenCooked Green
Life Cycle
Placenta 1
Origin
China
Strata Category
Low
How to eat
To get rid of bitterness blanche it first (put in boiling water for about 1 min and put it in ice-water). Use for stir-fries, curry, ..
Nutritional Info
Rich in vitamins A, C, K, calcium, folate
Medicinal Uses
Anti-inflammatory, supports bone and eye health
Planting Distance
20–30 cm (8–12 inches) apart. For baby Pak Choi, you can plant a bit closer, around 15–20 cm
Harvest Time
30–45 days after sowing, depending on variety and conditions. Baby Pak Choi can be harvested earlier (as soon as 3–4 true leaves appear).
